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Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Pohang-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete, cylindrical tower stands 10 meters tall and is painted white. Its focal height is 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a green light, characterized by a single flash every four seconds. It is situated on the Balsan North Breakwater, marking the entrance to a small boat harbor on the west side of the Homigot Peninsula, near Pohang-si. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the small harbor on the Homigot Peninsula, ensuring safe passage by clearly marking the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Pohang-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
North Gyeongsang
Sea Region
small boat harbor on the west side of the Homigot Peninsula
Latitude
36.0316°
Longitude
129.5036°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pohang(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4408.55
NGA No.
16642.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Balsan North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guryongpo at 3.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Sinhang/Pohang (3.8 NM NE), Pohang (4.8 NM W), Ganggu (20 NM NNW), Mipo/Ulsan (31.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Balsan North Breakwater Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.